Behaviour & Safety

At Florence Melly Community Primary School, we believe that positive behaviour is an essential condition for effective learning and teaching. We also believe that pupils and staff have the right to learn and teach in an environment which is safe, friendly and fair. Our school has defined a very clear set of non-negotiable standards of personal behaviour, which are based on respect for each individual in our community and their individual needs. Positive behaviour must be carefully developed and supported. Appropriate high self-esteem promotes good behaviour, effective learning and positive relationships. Put simply, we believe pupils learn best when they feel safe and happy in school.

The best results in terms of promoting positive behaviour arise from emphasising potential, rewarding success and giving praise for effort and achievement. We also know it is important to strike a balance between recognising positive behaviour and having appropriate consequences which are seen by all to be fair and just and applied consistently when standards are not maintained. Through positive role-modelling, by adults who care for them in school and through well developed planned and stimulating learning opportunities, we believe that children can accept learning challenges and develop self-discipline. It is the responsibility of parents and carers to work with the school in helping to foster positive attitudes and behaviour.

Please see our Behaviour Policy for further details. The policy contains guidance on:

the school’s approach to behaviour,

the roles and responsibilities of staff and governors,

the teaching of good behaviour,

rewards and sanctions,

detentions

the use of isolation

the use of reasonable force

confiscation of inappropriate items

managing pupil transition,

behaviour at playtimes and outside the school gates

pupil support systems,

liaison with parents and other agencies,

staff development and support,

malicious allegations,

legal duties,

the governing body’s statement of behaviour principles including:

screening and searching pupils,

the use of reasonable force,

disciplining pupils beyond the school gate,

when to work with other local agencies to assess the needs of pupils who display continuous disruptive behaviour,

pastoral care for staff accused of misconduct.

Class Dojo Reward System

We are currently using the Class Dojo reward system to encourage positive behaviour in school. Children can earn Dojo points by demonstrating positive behaviour such as helping others, working hard, being kind to others and making good progress during lessons. Details of how Dojo points can be earned can be found below.

Managing Behaviour – Actions and Consequences

At Florence Melly we believe that children have a right to learn, free from disruption and interruption from others. Our children have a responsibility to behave well in class and be good citizens. For behaviour to be managed effectively it is really important for teachers and parents to work together. Please find below guidance and the procedures we use to manage incidents of poor behaviour.

If you would like further advice or guidance, please contact Mr Leach our Designated Safeguarding Lead.